MMDA arms traffic enforcers with batons

Metro Manila (CNN Philippines, February 21) — The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) has started training up to 30 female traffic enforcers who will be issued batons or "batuta" to use against hot-headed and at times violent motorists.

MMDA Spokesperson Celine Pialago said this first batch of enforcers will undergo training by the Traffic Discipline Office on how to properly use the batons for self-defense, as part of the required basic traffic management course.